A Comparison of Ki67 Syndecan-1 (CD138) and Molecular RANK RANKL and OPG Triad Expression in Odontogenic Keratocyts Unicystic Ameloblastoma and Dentigerous Cysts

摘要

Background and Objective Reduced expression of syndecan-1 (CD138), increased proliferation index, and modifications in the expression of the molecular RANK/RANKL/OPG triad are related to an intensified potential of aggressiveness and invasion of diverse tumors and cysts. The aim was to compare the expression of Ki-67, CD138, and the molecular triad RANK, RANKL, and OPG in odontogenic keratocysts (OKC), unicystic ameloblastomas (UA), and dentigerous cysts (DC).